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SCRIPTURE- 1 John 2:5-6"But whoever keeps his word, the love of God is truly perfected in him. This is the way we may know that we are in union with him: whoever claims to abide in him ought to live [just] as he lived.”REFLECTION- PeggyMUSIC- "O Little Town of Bethlehem" by Jeremiah Chambers & Matt Martin- "Hark! The Herald" by Mathew VirayNOTES-

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Send us a textWhat if we have been talking about love...but not actually living it?In this Advent message, Pastor Nicole closes our "Like a Child" series by returning to 1 Corinthians 13 and to the heart of the gospel: a love that is patient, kind, honest, present, and willing to meet people right where they are.This episode wrestles with questions we don't always say out loud:Why do we put conditions on love?Why is it easier to talk about love than practice it?What does Jesus-shaped love really look like in real life?And what would happen if we received God's love "just as we are"--first?Along the way, Nicole shares stories of grace, honesty, and the surprising ways God keeps showing us who He is--including a powerful moment from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood that reminds us what it means to truly see someone.Episodes in the "Like a Child" series:Hope like a ChildPeace like a ChildJoy like a ChildLove like a ChildLinkoln shares his story on why he started coming to Ravenna Church of the Nazarene and shares why you should consider doing the same.Ravenna Church of the Nazarene530 Main Street, Ravenna, KY 40472Support the showThe Dirt Path Sermon Podcast is a place for real sermons that speak to real life. Subscribe and walk the path with us every week. Consider visiting Ravenna Church of the Nazarene where Pastor Jason is the Senior Pastor. Have a prayer need? Want to share something with Pastor Jason? Email rav.naz.ky@gmail.com

This Christmas sermon celebrates the truth that God entered a chaotic and broken world through Jesus, offering Himself as the greatest gift to people who were once separated from Him. It proclaims that Jesus is Emmanuel—God with us—who came not only to save us from sin but to walk with us, restore relationship, and lovingly rule our lives. The message calls each person to receive God's gift of salvation and respond by giving their whole life back to Him in worship and obedience.

What if peace looked like streets full of laughter, elders swapping stories on corners, and neighbors who speak truth with kindness? We turn to Zechariah 8 and find a vision of God's jealous love.  Today we might say zealous love, a love that's not petty but restorative.We walk through three movements in the text. First, God promises to dwell with His people so their city becomes a place of truth and holiness. Then comes the reassurance that fear gives way to fruitfulness: seed, vine, and soil flourish as a byproduct of God's good will. Finally, the call tightens into daily practice; tell the truth to your neighbor, make just decisions that bind truth to peace, refuse harm in your heart, and reject false oaths. It's a blueprint for public discipleship that reshapes speech, actions, and the secret motives that drive both.Along the way, we hold this promise up to our pandemic memories and admit why it hits so hard. When streets go silent, the Bible's vision of a lively, safe city becomes more than poetry; it becomes a prayer. We also spotlight the quiet genius of mothers who love without speeches; quietly feeding, protecting, and defending as a way of life. Strong hands serve. Peace isn't passive.  Peace is something we build with God by practicing integrity, resisting gossip, and meeting people's real needs.If this conversation helps you breathe a little easier and act a little braver, share it with a friend who needs steady hope.Subscribe, leave a review, and tell us one way you will practice truth and peace this week.===Zechariah 8:1 - 8 and 11 - 17  -  King James Version1 Again the word of the Lord of hosts came to me, saying,2 Thus saith the Lord of hosts; I was jealous for Zion with great jealousy, and I was jealous for her with great fury.3 Thus saith the Lord; I am returned unto Zion, and will dwell in the midst of Jerusalem: and Jerusalem shall be called a city of truth; and the mountain of the Lord of hosts the holy mountain.4 Thus saith the Lord of hosts; There shall yet old men and old women dwell in the streets of Jerusalem, and every man with his staff in his hand for very age.5 And the streets of the city shall be full of boys and girls playing in the streets thereof.6 Thus saith the Lord of hosts; If it be marvellous in the eyes of the remnant of this people in these days, should it also be marvellous in mine eyes? saith the Lord of hosts.7 Thus saith the Lord of hosts; Behold, I will save my people from the east country, and from the west country;8 And I will bring them, and they shall dwell in the midst of Jerusalem: and they shall be my people, and I will be their God, in truth and in righteousness.11 But now I will not be unto the residue of this people as in the former days, saith the Lord of hosts.12 For the seed shall be prosperous; the vine shall give her fruit, and the ground shall give her increase, and the heavens shall give their dew; and I will cause the remnant of this people to possess all these things.13 And it shall come to pass, that as ye were a curse among the heathen, O house of Judah, and house of Israel; so will I save you, and ye shall be a blessing: fear not, but let your hands be strong.14 For thus saith the Lord of hosts; As I thought to punish you, when your fathers provoked me to wrath, saith the Lord of hosts, and I repented not:15 So again have I thought in these days to do well unto Jerusalem and to the house of Judah: fear ye not.16 These are the things that ye shall do; Speak ye every man the truth to his neighbour; execute the judgment of truth and peace in your gates:17 AndSend us a textSupport the show

Send us a textThis podcast talks about how our new birth in Christ puts us in a new family becoming God's children. The world doesn't know this special love but the body of Christ does. This bleeds over into walking in light as a believer and making wise decisions. Then Paul talks about marriage -how it is a oneness just like Eve came from Adam. Listen to hear all the special details. Support the show

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We receive the Kingdom of God as little children when we experience proximity, sameness, belonging, significance, love, and being fully known by God.Mark 10:13-16Reverend Matt LakeNovember 16, 2025

Dash with Carol Dixon is all about life—how to live it positively, productively, and prayerfully. After decades of ministry, Dr. Dixon is qualified to address any topic of life from a biblical perspective. Let's listen now as Dr. Dixon shares nuggets with us about “What It Means to Love Like Christ.”Send us a textBecome a Dash Legacy Builder Today! For more information go to caroldixon.net/dash

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Worship Coordinator Kristin Groene reflects on God's initiating love in Christ and calls us to mirror Jesus' teaching by loving even difficult people. She reminds us that as we abide in God, the Spirit grows the character needed to love well.

Hello future humans with self-agency inspiring human potential!Become a paid subscriber to access practical exercises that use mindset, mindfulness & mindsight to grow confidence, handle change with good stress, raise your frequency & inner stillness & ground yourself in VVS: ⁠podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/maria-florio/subscribe⁠Inspiring Human Potential spotlights higher-self mindset lifestyle POVs, stories, ideas & practices.Maria Florio inspires human potential by sharing the keys to inner growth & following your heart. She brings together human, spiritual, & spirituality elements to explore human evolution, consciousness, & being yourself. She looks at how sciences & spirituality together reveal the way to access infinite higher human consciousness potential when pursuing self-help, personal development, spiritual growth, & mental & emotional mastery. She also talks about how mindset & lifestyle, mindfulness, secure attachment, integration of the brain, & restorative embodiment lead to higher intelligence & fulfillment. She uses perspectives & stories from her self-empowered, enlightening, mystic, spiritual, & mindful life. From the age of eight, Maria decided she was going to help people when she grew up. A vague statement that meant to her, & still means, to help people live a good life as themselves.5D mystic POV stories on mindfulness, educational podcasts & being yourselfA securely attached self-led mystic, spiritual & mindful person knows inconsistencies for what they are: fear, fear of intimacy, emotional vulnerability & being yourself in connection.Be you, mindful & flawed with integrity.Love is supporting each other to fly. Love lifts you up when you're down & it soars the skies with you when you're up. Love is always there."The kingdom of God is within you." - JesusLove, Maria5D Mystic Spiritual Self-Help Mindful Mentor Podcast Spiritual & Science Human VoiceBringing Together Human, Spiritual & Spirituality Elements to Explore Human Evolution & ConsciousnessEmail ⁠floriomaria80@gmail.com⁠ for 1-to-1 Mentorship or Masterclass & Spiritual Workshops & Retreats info."It is the ability to bring out the best in others that makes you a leader." - Sadhguru"Mindfulness can help integrate the mind, body, & relationships, which can lead to well-being." - Dan Siegel, MD"A non traumatized person with a secure attachment has the capacity to regulate independently of relationships." - Pat Ogden, PhDSecurely attached self-led people are strong, brave & bring change for the better because we embody intelligence, expand consciousness & self.Be Yourself In Connection In Life & Love - 5D Mystic Functional Adult POVs & StoriesSubscribe on Spotify, YouTube: @inspiringhumanpotential, another favorite podcast platform you use, or Fanbase.5D Mystic Enlightenment Functional Adult Relationships New Stories To Heal Trauma Together & Bring Forth Your Humanity"If you are a piece of creation, the Creator is definitely embedded within you. You just have to turn inward to know." - SadhguruYou'll know the piece of creation you are once you're living life as a securely attached restorative embodied self-aware, accountable & regulating person.Love, Maria5D Mystic Woo-Woo Pseudoscience Self-Help Mindful Mentor & Podcast HostMaria brings together sciences & spirituality to support human evolution & consciousness, to shed light on love & you being able to be you, the authentic you - an inner child adult who has secure attachment, integration of the brain, & restorative embodied self-aware life potential with your personal motivation to do self-help & personal development that get your self-awareness to put into practice accountability & regulation skills with the mental, emotional, & physical mastery at play as you apply & use the inner growth mindset & lifestyle approach.Inspiring Human Potential Inner Growth 5D Self-Empowered Enlightened Expanding Consciousness Voices, Stories & Perspectives

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There's a Love that Heals, and a voice that frees but first, we have to stop believing the one that Lies. https://www.dinovi.io/HighestTimeline

Matthew 5:43–48 record some of the most countercultural words in Scripture. Here, Jesus calls us to love like the Father—to love not only those easy to love, but to even love those we might otherwise consider enemies. The text contains three imperatives to help us love like our Father: 1. Reject the World's Love (vv. 43–44) 2. Reflect the Father's Love (vv. 45–47) 3. Reach for the Father's Standard (v. 48)

Text me your thoughts! Unlock the radical call to "love like a slave" in a world focused on personal gain. This podcast explores the shocking passage in Philippians 2, where the Apostle Paul describes how Jesus was motivated by an all-encompassing, non-coercive love for God and others. Join Larry in examining the challenge this servant mindset poses to modern goals of comfort, contrasting the attitudes of a finance professional seeking maximum income (Zeke) with a co-worker (Mindy) who volunteers her time and bonus to a refugee clinic. Listeners will discover how they can adopt this self-giving, others-empowering love in their own lives, revealing that when love is in action, God is present. It's time to embrace the revolution of the servant heart.Support the showSubscribe to this podcast for only $5 per month to get a monthly bonus episode, access to exclusive subscriber-only episodes, and the POSTINGS weekly newsletter on Substack with more resources for well-being! Subscribe at https://tracksforthejourney.buzzsprout.comEnjoy the Youtube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tracksforthejourney77

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Work like a man? Is that an assumption that men work harder? I'm confused. The difference in how men are perceived at work vs. women.

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Jesus speaks to the Ephesian church in Revelation 2:1–7, commending them for their perseverance but grieving that they've drifted from the love they had at first. His call to them and to us is simple and gracious: remember, repent, and return.Guest Pastor Ajay Thomas

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Sermon by Rev. Dr. Brian BlountThere are lots of ways to connect with our faith community. Be sure to visit our website, fpcrichmond.org, to learn more. Be sure to check out this week's sermon video here!

In this meditation session, I guide you through the transformative practice of karuna - Sanskrit for compassion - exploring how we can expand our capacity for love from a small, protective bowl to an immense, flowing river. Drawing on the teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh, I offer a visualization practice to help you release constriction and embrace unconditional love, even in times of overwhelm and heartbreak. What You'll Experience: A guided meditation with gentle guitar accompaniment from me Visualization practice for releasing emotional constriction Loving-kindness (metta) meditation for all beings Practical wisdom I share for navigating difficult relationships and global challenges Perfect for: Anyone feeling overwhelmed by personal relationships or world events, seekers looking to deepen their compassion practice, and those interested in my unique approach of combining music with meditation. Creative Essence Retreat Sept 26-28: https://teravana.square.site/ Meditation Courses: https://www.asoulcalledjoel.com/store Join the Beautiful Souls Mindfulness Community: https://www.asoulcalledjoel.com/beautiful-souls-online-community-1 Get The Rise Journal: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B553CZSQ/ref=crt_ewc_title_srh_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER https://asoulcalledjoel.com

We live in a world that prioritizes its own definition of love - one based on feelings and romance. Yet why is it that this kind of love seems to be leaving people more broken than when they found it? It's hard to recognize fake love when you've never experienced the real thing. Don't settle for a substitute. Discover the source of a love that never fails, never gives up, and never runs out.Speaker: Ptr. Ricky SarthouSeries: Knowing GodScripture Reading: 1 John 4:7-8;10Watch the full message here: https://go.ccf.org.ph/08242025Eng

Namumuhay tayo sa mundong inuuna ang sariling kahulugan ng pag-ibig—isang pag-ibig na nakabatay lamang sa damdamin at romansa. Ngunit bakit tila ganito ang uri ng pag-ibig na mas madalas nag-iiwan ng sugat kaysa nagbibigay ng kagalingan?Mahirap makilala ang huwad na pag-ibig kung hindi mo pa naranasan ang tunay na pag-ibig. Huwag kang makuntento sa peke. Tuklasin ang pinagmumulan ng pag-ibig na kailanman ay hindi pumapalya, hindi sumusuko, at hindi nauubos.Speaker: Ptr. Bong SaquingSeries: Knowing GodScripture Reading: 1 John 4:7-8;10Watch the full message here: https://go.ccf.org.ph/08242025Tag

Discover how God's love is unconditional and goes the "extra mile" to rescue, cleanse, and adorn us, even when we have been unfaithful. This sermon will challenge you to reflect on God's goodness in the midst of your own struggles and rebellion.   Thank you for listening to the Truth for Today Podcast! For more content from Pastor Terry Fant, click the links below!   www.youtube.com/@terryfant885 www.facebook.com/terry.fant.14 www.instagram.com/pastorterryfant  

How Do I Love Like I've Never Been Hurt? with Londin Angel Winters - Babe Philosophy Podcast by Sacred

Send us a text & leave your email address if you want a reply!The Revolutionary Strategic Dating Approach That's Changing Online Dating Forever. Tired of endless swiping with no results? What if finding lasting love was as simple as creating a business plan? In 2025, dating apps are shifting away from mindless matches and toward smarter, more intentional connections, and one marketing expert has cracked the code. Meet Meirav Rosenberg, who applied ruthless business analytics to her dating life and found her husband on date #60 after just six months of strategic dating. In this game-changing episode of Sex Reimagined, discover the dating app optimization secrets that dating apps don't want you to know and why traditional dating advice is failing you.EPISODE HIGHLIGHTSHow to create your "dating business plan" with target audience definitionWhy she wrote a detailed list of partner qualities (including the mysterious "plays an instrument" requirement that proved prophetic)The AB testing approach for dating app photos and profiles that actually worksHow putting her Spotify playlist on her profile became a "key to love her"The profile strategy that attracts quality matches when competition is fierceWhy she never got discouraged during 60 dates (hint: it's about mindset)The breakthrough moment about learning to receive love 2.5 years into her marriageHow to view each date as either teaching or learning—never a waste of timeLINKS & RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE CAN BE FOUND ON THE WEBSITE - CLICK HEREAWAKENING THE GODDESS IN CRETE! Leah & Willow want to take you on an all-woman's tantric pilgrimage to Greece Oct 5-12, 2025! Join us for a trip of lifetime. THE VAGINAL ORGASM MASTERCLASS. Discover how to activate the female Gspot, clitoris, & cervical orgasms. Save 20% Coupon: PODCAST 20 LAST 10x LONGER. If you suffer from premature ejaculation, you are not alone, master 5 techniques to cure this stressful & embarrassing issue once and for all. Save 20% Coupon: PODCAST20. Support the show SxR Website Dr. Willow's Website Leah's Website

8/12/25 6am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ Mark Valencia John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Trump trying to control crime in Washington DC, upcoming Trump and Putin peace talks and vinyl records. Martha speaks to how we can defend the faith like Kolbe did with love and courage and lean on Our Lady. Mark shares the story of his family, wife, 4 children and their unborn baby girl. As they face a challenging medical diagnosis, he explains how they lean on their Catholic faith and the Lord. https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-evas-and-baby-lifesaving-pregnancy-needs?attribution_id=sl:2123726c-c176-4e26-9fb1-7929d28f65f2&lang=en_US&ts=1753126205&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_content=amp13_t1-amp14_t2&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&v=amp14_t2MA%20Rundown%20Segments%2020250812.xlsx%20.%20Excel%20.%20Reading%20View%20.%202%20worksheets%20.%20Current%20worksheet%20is%20Segments%20.%20Press%20Alt%20Shift%20A%20for%20accessibility%20help%20. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqoozPw5tgM

The Lord Is My Shepherd: Life Is Better This WayText: Psalm 23Main Idea: When Christ is truly your Shepherd, you lack nothing—and life takes on a new peace, purpose, and power.IntroductionThe “Danger” of FamiliaritySteve Farrar calls Psalm 23 one of the most dangerous Psalms because we've grown too familiar with it.Familiarity can dull the meaning and power of God's Word.Fresh Eyes: Today we'll revisit this passage and let it cut through the routine, so it can transform our lives.I. When Christ Is Our Shepherd, Our Desires Shift (Psalm 23:1)Bold Declaration: “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want.”Not just words—this is a life posture.Shift in Desires: No need for worldly success, constant validation, or anxious striving.Reality Check: Many claim Jesus is their foundation but live in panic when trials hit.Sheep Analogy: Sheep are defenseless, prone to filth, and often foolish—completely dependent on their shepherd.Illustration: Sheep in a ditch rescued, then immediately jumping back in—just like us sometimes.Application: Depend fully on the Shepherd; repent quickly when you fail. (James 3:8–10)II. The Danger of Misplaced Expectations (Psalm 23:2–3)In Marriage: Many love transactionally, expecting a “return” for service.When expectations aren't met, frustration leads to anger, bitterness, and destruction.Biblical Order: When Christ is center—peace follows.He leads, restores, guides.III. God Is Not Just Good in Theory—He's Good in Practice (Psalm 23:4)Living Like He's Good:Marriage becomes discipleship, not just maintenance.Parenting becomes shepherding hearts, not just correcting behavior.Church becomes joy, not duty.In Valleys: Life's darkest moments don't bring fear because the Shepherd is near.IV. The Shepherd's Presence Is Our Power (Psalm 23:4–5)Our Limits: We aren't strong, wise, or patient enough—but He is.Order of the Shepherd's Care:He leads, protects, disciplines, prepares, pursues.Discipline as Love: Like a shepherd breaking a wandering sheep's leg to save it.Christ's discipline means you belong to Him (Hebrews 12:6).Knowing His Voice (John 10:24–29): Sheep know the shepherd because they're constantly with Him.V. Final Challenge: Recenter Your Life on Jesus (Psalm 23:6)Root Problems: Marriages, joy, and peace often fail because Jesus is not at the center.Life-Altering Reality: “I shall not want” is not a coffee mug slogan—it's a way of life.Stop placing on others what only Christ can fulfill.Let Christ be your Shepherd—in home, marriage, business, and daily life.Conclusion & InvitationIf Jesus is your Shepherd:Follow Him.Trust Him.Build your life on Him alone.Promise: “I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever” is for today—not just eternity.Life is better this way.Prayer.

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If you want to learn about LOVE, you'd best look to the OX. Like a stray OX, Love is inconvenient, Love is intrusive and you will be tempted to ignore it. Similarly, a decision to love is inconvenient, intrusive and you'll be tempted ignore engaging in the whole business.What is love like? If it involves a wandering  OX, then run to the OX.https://youtu.be/wrwqGxGLMrk

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This week, Regan and Chesko react to a middle-aged cowboy relationship guru who gives relationship advice that's more horror movie than romance. We dissect why this advice feels genuinely alarming when presented as universal marriage guidance, complete with piercing stares and uncomfortable hand gestures. From "luscious lips" to dinner table...antics, they explore the line between consensual kink and concerning behavior. Support us on Patreon (and hear bonus content!): https://www.patreon.com/mrpickmeandthemanhater Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/mr-pick-me--the-manhater/ Follow Us on Social Media: https://www.youtube.com/@mrpickmeandthemanhater https://www.instagram.com/mrpickmeandthemanhater Follow The Manhater: Regan (F the Nice Guy) - TikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@ftheniceguy Podcast: https://ftheniceguypodcast.podbean.com/ Follow Mr. Pick Me: Chesko (The Speech Prof) - Substack: http://www.thespeechprof.com TikTok: http://www.TikTok.com/@speechprof Instagram: https://www.Instagram.com/thespeechprof Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/thespeechprof YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealSpeechProf Theme song by Odanis the Rapper - https://www.instagram.com/odanistherapper

Today's Song of the Day is “Like I Loved You” from Demise Of Love's EP Demise Of Love, out now.